The Oakland Raiders are not a good defensive ballclub. They are not good at much of anything, but cornerback Daryl Worley thinks he can help set the tone for the Raiders' defense next season.
“I'm just fun, energetic, even though it might not show,” said Worley, via John Newby of 247 Sports. “I mean, I don't say much on the field. I'm just trying to play as fast as possible, making the plays that come my way, and just be as reliable as possible. You really have to make your plays out there and make those one-on-one tackles when you are put into position from the secondary. I think my personal goal, it will affect the entire unit and the team in a positive manner, will be getting turnovers. Taking the ball away from the offense. I feel like I'm a guy that can set the tone for our defense.”
Worley played in just 10 games this past season due to a suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy and to being placed on the injured reserve list because of a shoulder issue on Dec. 24.
During the time that he did play, Worley was effective, registering 33 tackles, an interception, and seven passes defended.
The 24-year-old, who played his collegiate football at West Virginia University, was originally selected by the Carolina Panthers in the third round (77th pick overall) of the 2016 NFL Draft.
He played two seasons with the Panthers before being traded to the Philadelphia Eagles last March. However, the Eagles then cut Worley last April, opening the door for Oakland to sign him.
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